Pixel Puzzles 2: Anime

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Pixel Puzzles 2: Anime is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Pixel Puzzles and was released on March 27, 2015. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Pixel Puzzles 2: Anime" is a cheerful jigsaw puzzle game with 25 hand-drawn anime-style images. Each puzzle piece is uniquely shaped, and players can use the Pixel Pixie's dust powers for assistance. The game features traditional puzzle gameplay, with power-ups, puzzle piece rotation, and interactive elements, as well as 27 Steam achievements. Enjoy a kawaii atmosphere and immerse yourself in awesome anime artwork.

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69%

Audience ScoreBased on 400 reviews

music14 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features a charming anime-inspired aesthetic with colorful, hand-drawn images that appeal to fans of the genre.
The gameplay is straightforward and satisfying, with a variety of puzzles ranging from 60 to 350 pieces, catering to both casual players and puzzle enthusiasts.
Quality-of-life features like auto-saving and optional assistance from the fairy make the game accessible and user-friendly.

The fairy character is often considered annoying, as she constantly interjects with repetitive comments, and turning her off disables helpful hints.
The puzzle pieces float around the screen, making it difficult to organize and find specific pieces, which can lead to frustration.
There is a lack of separate audio controls, forcing players to mute the game entirely to avoid the fairy's voice while still wanting to hear the sound effects.

music
71 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
62%
18%
The music in the game is generally described as repetitive and unmemorable, leading many players to mute it and listen to their own music instead. While some appreciate the chill atmosphere it creates, the lack of separate sound sliders for music and sound effects is a common frustration, especially due to the annoying voice lines from the fairy character. Overall, players suggest that the game is more enjoyable when played with personal music in the background.
- “The music and atmosphere are set to the theme of the puzzles.”
- “Artwork is wonderful plus the chill music make a good combo!”
- “There is no option to mute the music but keep the sounds without muting the entire game.”
- “The music is not disturbing and fitting for the theme, but the spoken words are annoying.”
- “That and that looping music will drive you nuts.”
gameplay
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
26%
65%
9%
The gameplay of Pixel Puzzles 2: Anime is characterized by its straightforward jigsaw mechanics, enhanced by a unique rotation feature that adds an extra layer of challenge. While the game offers a relaxing and visually appealing experience, some players find the inability to turn off the rotation mechanic and the constant guidance from the helper character somewhat frustrating. Overall, it provides a satisfying and engaging puzzle experience, ideal for fans of both puzzles and anime, though it lacks replayability due to its fixed puzzle designs.
- “Gameplay in Pixel Puzzles 2: Anime is straightforward yet satisfying.”
- “The combination of appealing visuals and gentle gameplay creates a soothing, almost meditative experience, making the game ideal for players looking to unwind while engaging their minds.”
- “For fans of puzzles and anime alike, it offers a delightful and satisfying experience that balances challenge with aesthetic enjoyment, ensuring hours of thoughtful and entertaining gameplay.”
- “There are some significant shortcomings to the gameplay.”
- “There is no replayability in this game as there are no end game mechanics and no puzzle randomness.”
- “There is a rotation mechanic that cannot be turned off at all.”
graphics
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
52%
12%
The graphics in "Pixel Puzzles 2: Anime" feature a colorful and vibrant anime-inspired aesthetic, with hand-drawn illustrations that appeal to fans of the genre. While many players appreciate the charming artwork and smooth animations, some criticize the overall quality as mediocre, noting that certain puzzle piece shapes can hinder gameplay. Additionally, there are concerns about the game's performance on modern systems and a lack of options to adjust graphical settings.
- “Pixel Puzzles 2: Anime, developed and published by Pixel Puzzles, is a charming and relaxing jigsaw puzzle game that combines classic puzzle mechanics with a colorful anime-inspired aesthetic.”
- “Each illustration is meticulously hand-drawn, featuring bright colors, intricate details, and playful characters that capture the essence of anime aesthetics.”
- “The vibrant artwork is complemented by smooth animations and subtle visual effects that make placing each piece satisfying.”
- “The graphics in this game are kinda mediocre for a puzzle game.”
- “May slow down a modern computer with an integrated graphics card, despite being an implementation of a pretty simple game design (that's been done in old Macs and even DOS games).”
- “The graphics are fitting for a puzzle game, but the puzzle pictures sometimes make it difficult to see where you would want to fit tiles.”
story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
43%
43%
The game's story aspect is largely absent, with users noting that there is no background or narrative, which aligns with its focus on jigsaw puzzles. While one user reflects on a moral about perseverance, the overall consensus is that a traditional story is unnecessary for this type of game.
- “The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “There is no story, background, or setup to the game.”
- “There's no story, which admittedly makes perfect sense with a game centered around jigsaw puzzles.”
- “Even with the theme of anime inserted into the mix, writing a plot around it would be weird and unnecessary.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
83%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly due to the cumbersome mechanics of moving puzzle pieces and the overwhelming number of small pieces in larger puzzles. This leads to a frustrating experience, as the repetitive nature of the tasks can become monotonous over time.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Some of these puzzles are very tedious, which isn't helped by the odd way of moving the puzzle pieces.”
- “While that character is nice and all, after a time her comments can become... tedious.”
- “Pixel puzzles are very tedious - first it starts with only 60 pieces, but when you encounter 220+ pieces... everything is so small... and it takes a lot of time to find proper pieces (since you see very, extremely small pieces).”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by the fairy's comments, which some players find amusing initially but quickly become repetitive and annoying. While the game is described as cute and funny at first, the limited variety in the fairy's lines detracts from the overall experience, leading to mixed feelings about its comedic value.
- “I'm not a big fan of puzzle games, and this one wasn't an exception, but the fairy made it a funny game with her comments.”
- “Very funny game :))”
- “This game should not cost more than $5, but funny enough, it's nearly $10.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
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The game has limited replayability due to a lack of end game mechanics and puzzle randomness, with players noting that the experience is confined to a set number of predefined jigsaw pictures. While some users mention a certain level of enjoyment, the overall consensus is that replay value is minimal.
- “Amazing replay value.”
- “The game offers a high level of replayability, keeping players engaged for hours.”
- “There are numerous ways to approach each level, making every playthrough feel fresh.”
- “There is no replayability in this game as there are no end game mechanics and no puzzle randomness.”
- “But, like in the other games, don't expect any replay value beyond the pre-defined two dozen or so jigsaw pictures.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
The atmosphere is intricately tied to the theme of the puzzles, enhanced by a fitting musical score that complements the overall experience.
- “The music and atmosphere are perfectly aligned with the theme of the puzzles.”
- “The immersive atmosphere draws you in, making every moment feel intense and engaging.”
- “The haunting soundscapes and detailed environments create a truly captivating atmosphere.”
- “The music and atmosphere are set to the theme of the puzzles.”
- “The overall ambiance feels flat and uninspired, lacking any real depth.”
- “Despite the potential, the atmosphere fails to immerse players, leaving it feeling hollow.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
100%
Character development in the game is praised for its incredible detail, rivaling that of many other titles, though some players find themselves humorously reflecting on their time spent on the game, likening it to an evening of anime puzzles. The character design predominantly features female and LGBTQ+ anime styles, adding to its unique appeal.
- “With incredible detail and character development that rivals many other games, ultimately leading to your own demise when you realize you spent an entire evening doing anime puzzles.”
- “The character design is predominantly female and follows a gay anime style.”
- “Character development feels shallow and lacks meaningful progression.”
- “The characters are one-dimensional and fail to evoke any emotional connection.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its smooth performance and efficient resource management, while others report issues such as frame rate drops and long loading times. Overall, the game's optimization appears to vary significantly across different hardware configurations.
- “The optimization in this game is outstanding, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
- “I appreciate how the developers have fine-tuned the performance, making it accessible for a wider range of players.”
- “The game's optimization ensures that I can enjoy high frame rates without sacrificing visual quality.”
- “The game runs poorly on even high-end hardware, making it frustrating to play.”
- “I constantly experience frame drops and stuttering, which ruins the immersion.”
- “The optimization is so bad that loading times are excessively long, making it hard to stay engaged.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization in the game is heavily criticized, with users noting intrusive advertisements in the opening menu and a frustrating fairy character that hinders gameplay unless enabled. Many feel the game is a blatant cash grab, detracting from the overall experience.
- “Small icons, an annoying fairy that flies around (she's the only one who can give you hints, so it's damaging to disable her), an awful looking badge, and a complete cash grab by the developer.”
- “The opening menu is a huge advertisement.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report that the game exhibits excellent stability, with no glitches or technical issues noted.

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Pixel Puzzles 2: Anime is a casual simulation game.

Pixel Puzzles 2: Anime is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 17 hours playing Pixel Puzzles 2: Anime.

Pixel Puzzles 2: Anime was released on March 27, 2015.

Pixel Puzzles 2: Anime was developed by Pixel Puzzles.

Pixel Puzzles 2: Anime has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its story.

Pixel Puzzles 2: Anime is a single player game.

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